Hey everyone! Ever wonder what truly makes a friendship last? After a recent holiday binge-watch of "Billions," I found myself deep in thought, not about high finance, but about the bonds between people. In this episode, I'm sharing my personal reflections on why shared hardships, more than just happy times, might be the secret ingredient to building truly deep and resilient connections, not just with friends, but with family and loved ones too. Join me as I explore why embracing challenges together can forge the most meaningful relationships and how I'm trying to disconnect from the digital world to find more authentic connections in my own life.

00:00:00 Intro & Holiday Break

00:01:36 My "Billions" Experience

00:03:13 The Real Takeaway: Friendship

00:04:38 Rethinking Friendship

00:06:55 My Fading Connection

00:10:30 A New Approach to Friendship

00:13:06 The Risks and Rewards of Shared Hardship

00:14:02 The Need for Deeper Connections

00:15:55 Reflections on Marriage and Modern Life

00:17:24 What l've Learned About Friendship

00:20:27 The Role of Colleagues in Friendship

00:23:10 My Ideal Friend: Smart and Kind

00:29:31 The Elusive Nature of Friendship

00:34:33 A Slower Pace

00:37:12 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

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